Mental retardation in America
Steven Noll, James Trent · 2004
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The expressions "idiot, you idiot, you're an idiot, don't be an idiot," and the like are generally interpreted as momentary insults. But, they are also expressions that represent an old, if unstable, history. Beginning with an examination of the early nineteenth century labeling of mental retardation as "idiocy," to what we call developmental, intellectual, or learning disabilities, Mental Retardation in America chronicles the history of mental retardation, its treatment and labeling, and its representations and ramifications within the changing economic, social, and political context of America.
Book details
- Year
- 2004
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- NYU Press
- Editions
- 1
- Pages
- 506
- ISBN
- 9780814782477
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